What does the oil pan do ?

1996 TOYOTA SUPRA
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GOODBEATZ1
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I just want the basic understanding of the use of it.
Mar 4, 2012 at 1:13 AM
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CARADIODOC
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Covers up the bottom of the engine and keeps the oil from "falling out".
Mar 4, 2012 at 1:22 AM
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GOODBEATZ1
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thank you
Mar 4, 2012 at 1:34 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Holds the oil in the engine from the rear of the engine.
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Mar 4, 2012 at 4:35 AM
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